Technological change, economic development and space

The pressures of global competition are prompting a deeper understanding of the complex mechanisms and innovative potential of new technology. Economic restructuring success hinges not only on technology but also on the professional and entrepreneurial skills available, alongside the support from institutions and information networks. The local nature of these phenomena is crucial for the innovative capacity of firms in a region, introducing a significant spatial dimension. This context calls for collaboration among scholars from various related disciplines to explore the interconnectedness of technological change, economic development, and space. The volume presents a concise review of current theoretical advancements and insights from recent empirical studies conducted in Europe and beyond. The contributors, all active researchers in the field, have been instrumental in the creation of this work. Special thanks are due to Angela Spence for her coordination, translation, and linguistic editing, as well as to Paola Stasi for her meticulous copy editing and assistance with the indices. Their efforts have been essential in unifying diverse contributions into a cohesive volume.